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All lines of MacBook, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro portable computers.

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Save it or replace it?

My mom is still using my 2009 MBP without any issue. If the CPU is fast enough for you, I'd recommend refurbing it. I'd also agree with Robuust about getting an SSD. The prices are low enough now …
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MacBook Pro 15" Touch Bar running hot

The normal operating temperature range for silicon is much higher than is comfortable to the touch. The heatsinks & fans are directly below the top of the keyboard along the hinge opening. I too hav …
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MacBook fans are running high even under normal load

You should first determine if your computer is actually working harder due to some process(es) using a lot of CPU when they historically have not. Open the Activity Monitor app and check your CPU idl …
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Can only boot to Windows 7, no OS

It sounds like the Windows reinstall overwrote your boot sector on your mass storage device. I'd attempt to reinstall rEFIit, under Windows, and see if you can get the option to choose your boot part …
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Flickering Static when Connecting Macbook Pro to LED TV

Have you tried a different HDMI cable? I recently experienced a problem with a Roku 3 that sounds similar. During boot, the Roku displayed its boot screen successfully. However, once it got past th …
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Where can I find a replacement screen for my 13" MBP?

I always look on ebay for spare parts. Screens can be found there between $30 & $500, depending on model & housing needs. iFixIt.com can also be a resource, but I didn't see any screens for MBPs whe …
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Ideas for reinstalling Mac OS X on a 2009 Macbook Pro whose shift key is constantly stuck down?

Try an external keyboard if that doesn't work immediately (I believe both would be active,) consider disassembling your MB and unplugging the onboard keyboard ribbon connector. But, at that point, y …
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